FY 2026 COPS Office-NHTSA Impaired Driving Curricula Invitational Program

The COPS Office NHTSA Impaired Driving Curricula Invitational Program is administered by the Community Oriented Policing Services Office within the U.S. Department of Justice. The COPS Office is responsible for advancing community policing nationwide by providing funding, training, and technical assistance to law enforcement agencies across state, local, territorial, and Tribal jurisdictions. This program aligns with broader federal priorities focused on enhancing public safety and reducing crime, particularly through evidence-based policing strategies and interagency collaboration. The purpose of this funding opportunity is to support the update and enhancement of impaired driving training curricula developed and delivered through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The initiative seeks to ensure that law enforcement officers are equipped with current, research-informed training materials that address evolving trends, technologies, and enforcement strategies related to impaired driving. By strengthening training content, the program contributes to improved detection, deterrence, and prevention of impaired driving incidents. Funding under this program is provided through a cooperative agreement mechanism, indicating substantial involvement between the federal agency and the recipient during the performance period. The total available funding is two million dollars, with a single award anticipated. The award ceiling matches the total program funding, indicating that one recipient is expected to receive the full allocation. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement, allowing recipients to implement program activities without the need for additional financial contributions. Eligibility for this program is highly restricted. While general categories of eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations with or without 501(c)(3) status and small businesses, the opportunity is explicitly limited to entities that have received a direct invitation from the COPS Office. This invitational structure significantly narrows the applicant pool and ensures that only pre-selected organizations with relevant expertise and capacity are considered. As such, unsolicited applications are not eligible for consideration. The application process requires submission through federal grant systems, including Grants.gov for the SF-424 form and JustGrants for the full application package. Applicants must ensure proper registration and compliance with both systems. Technical assistance is available through multiple support channels, including Grants.gov and JustGrants help desks, as well as the COPS Office Response Center for programmatic inquiries. While specific application components are not detailed in the synopsis, standard federal grant requirements such as project narratives, budgets, and supporting documentation are typically expected. The application deadline for this opportunity is August 31, 2026. The program was posted on July 24, 2026, providing a relatively short application window. There is no indication of recurring funding cycles, suggesting that this may be a one-time or irregular offering. The timeline for award decisions and project performance periods is not specified in the available information. Applicants are encouraged to engage with support resources early to ensure timely and complete submission of all required materials.